Closing the Gender Gap in Tech

As the tech industry grows, so do the roles women play in its expansion. Silicon Valley is no longer the only hub of start-ups and program engineers. With its collection of dominant industries like fashion, finance and publishing, New York City is becoming yet another competitor. Jessica Lawrence, managing director of the NY Tech Meetup, explains how.

Nikita Rau is an 11th grader at Bronx High School of Science in New York City. She participated in the educational program: "Girls Who Code."